How Michelle Keegan really feels about being a blonde according to her hairdresser

Mark Wright and his wife are apparently big fans of the change

MICHELLE Keegan took everyone by surprise last week when she unveiled her blonde hair for the very first time.

Splitting opinions everywhere, the 29 year old Our Girl actress had to mix up her appearance for new TV role, Bobby and Tina.

But of course, the process wasn't easy for Mark Wright's wife as her hairdresser, Vernon Deysel, Creative Colour Director at the Paul Edmonds Salon, revealed exclusively to OK! Online just how nervous she was.

Vernon told us: "At first Michelle was nervous as she is known for her rich, beautiful brown locks which is understandable.

"But after my reassurance throughout the process and the preparation, she felt more at ease.

"She was ecstatic with the final results – as was Mark! It's important to give clients the options to try on wigs too to help identify the right colour for them."

Michelle's bold new 'do took 2 days in total to create, with the colour professional starting with low volumes of pre-lightener to gently lift the hair colour for a less yellow look and more depth without distressing the hair molecule.

The 29 year old is taking extra care with her hair so she can return to her natural hue[Michelle Keegan/Instagram]

Next, highlights were applied and a moisturising Fusio Dose hair treatment by Kérastase along with Smartbond product (bond strengthening system) by L’Oreal Professional to mitigate the oxidation process to restore the hair; it treats the hair in order for hair to take to the colour.

Michelle was also given a bag full of deep conditioning treatments to take home to help her keep her tresses in amazing condition.

And it doesn't sound like the former Coronation Street actress will be staying a blonde for long as Vernon admitted he was already prepared to take her back to brunette.